Kia Optima: Crash Pad / Glove Box
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Open the glove box (A) in the direction of the arrow.

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Separate the air damper (A) from the glove box.

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Press both sides inwards to open the glove box (A) downwards.

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Remove the glove box (A).

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To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad garnish [LH]
2. Crash pad garnish [RH]
3. Crash pad center garnish
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Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap ...
Other information:
Description and operation
Description
Evaporative Emission Control System prevents fuel vapor stored in fuel tank from
vaporizing into the atmosphere. When the fuel evaporates in the fuel tank, the vapor
passes through vent hoses or tubes to canister filled with charcoal. The canis ...
Specifications
Specifications
Items
Specifications
Rated voltage
Front fog lamp switch
5 V
Lighting
Auto lighting
Dimmer & Passing
Turn signal ...